The Douglass Astros will take on the Mt. Zion Bulldogs at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Douglass has given up an average of 10.5 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Douglass is headed into Wednesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Friday. They lost 15-1 to Luella.
Meanwhile, after only one run in their last game, Mt. Zion made sure to put some runs up on the board against Stone Mountain on Tuesday. The Bulldogs blew past the Pirates 16-3. The result was nothing new for the Bulldogs, who have now won four matches by ten runs or more so far this season.
Nick Pearson was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing nine bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Sharon Tillman, who scored two runs and stole five bases while going 3-for-3.
Mt. Zion kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Douglass' defeat dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Mt. Zion, their win bumped their record up to 4-6.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Douglass has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .520. However, it's not like Mt. Zion struggles in that department as they've averaged .492. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Douglass came up short against Mt. Zion in their previous matchup back in February of 2024, falling 11-7. Will the Astros have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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